Cyprus Category F Long-Stay Permit — Retirement / Passive Income (12 months, renewable annually)for 🌍 Ecuador citizens travelling to 🇨🇾 Cyprus

📋Required Documents7

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  Bank statements and proof of the income source
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  Category F immigration permit application (Form MIP1)
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  Clean criminal record certificate
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  Health insurance covering Cyprus
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  Proof of a secured annual income from abroad (around €9,568 for one person, plus ~€4,613 per dependant)

  Pensions, dividends or other passive income — not local employment.

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  Title deed or rental contract for accommodation in Cyprus
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  Valid passport and photographs

ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Cyprus Category F Long-Stay Permit — Retirement / Passive Income (12 months, renewable annually), book an appointment at the nearest Cyprus embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 30 days. The government fee is EUR 70.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Cyprus embassy or official government website before booking travel.

📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)

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  Marriage and birth certificates for dependants, certified

🌐Why Ecuador passport holders need a visa for Cyprus

Ecuador citizens require a visa to enter Cyprus based on the current immigration requirements set by Cyprus's government. Ecuador passport holders must apply through the Cyprus embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

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